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EricCorl

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Mar 06, 2009 12:10 AM ET Quote Report Abuse

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Look to first identify a patentable design. Do not spend money filing a patent prior to defining what you have and determining whether or not you want to continue.

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Jul 08, 2009 8:54 AM ET Quote Report Abuse

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I short, don`t do it if you want to get paid at all.

At the very least, copyright the design. (approx $40)

Then get a Provistional Patent (approx $100)

Then seek a Patent Attorney (can get an NDA) who may assist or counsel you.

Good luck!

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Jul 10, 2009 7:47 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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Most companies will not even speak to you without you having a patent. Also NDAs are no guarantee.

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